This is a collection of Internet and other resources which parents of children with PDD, PDD-NOS, autism, Asperger"s Syndrome, or hyperlexia may find useful. All the information concerns teaching methods that are a branch of applied behavior analysis (ABA) called behavioral intervention. This site contains a list of ABA providers all over the US and some international.

Advocacy.org provides social justice advocates with resources and guidance in the area of advocacy leadership development, and also introduces our programs and services. We're will be constantly updating our site with stories, resources and lessons learned in order to pass on what we've learned from advocates like you.

Nutritional web store with specialized supplements taylored to the needs of autistic children.

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ASAT is a national, not-for-profit, 501(c)3 organization formed by a group of parents and professionals concerned about the care and treatment of individuals with autism. ASAT is dedicated to disseminating accurate, scientifically valid information about autism and its treatment options.

This group is here to support Maine residence who's lives include and are effected or affected by those with ASD. (Autism Spectrum disorder, including but not limited to Autism, ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, PDD, PDD-NOS ect.) We are here to help in the pursuit of "recovering" or bettering their child's quality of life and to achieve a healthy full functioning future. Information on many biomedical treatments such as DAN(defeat Autism Now)protocol, special diets, (GFCF, SCD, LOD) supplements (Minerals, Amino Acids, Vitamins, EFA's), chelation (DMSA- TD, suppository and oral, DMPS- TD, suppository, and oral, NDF+ ect), secretin, allergy reduction, both IGG and IGE avoidance and elimination, as well as rotation helps can be found here. We cover subjects on Immune system boosting, hormonal info as related to autism, endocrine and GI as well. We can swap recipes for special diets, do Co-op orders to save money on foods, specialty products, vitamins, minerals, probiotics, EFA's, amino acids, and other supplemental needs by mail order and local health food stores (HFS). We are also here to help support the families emotional needs with all we go through while caring for our family members with special needs. we can unite to advocate for things that are helping our kids to be covered by things like Mainecare, and to support others in pursuing SSI to help with the ever growing costs to help our children's medical needs be meet. I hope that all that join can find this place to be a refuge and strength for their families.

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The Autism Spectrum Disorders Certificate Program is designed for teachers, counselors, speech-language pathologists, special education teachers and administrators, psychologists, advocates, and parents in need of additional training to develop expertise in autism spectrum disorders to better perform their professional role with individuals/families on the spectrum. The faculty is an exciting, strong team of leading professionals; many of whom are nationally and internationally known for their books, presentations and work in the field. This will be a part-time program taught one weekend a month over nine-months starting in late August. It allows working professionals to commute to Antioch New England once a month to pursue classes.

One of the most complex tasks both parents and professionals face is developing and implementing an effective language intervention for children with autism. Parents and professionals are finding that BOTH Discrete Trial Training (DTT) and Natural Environment Training (NET), together with the help of Skinner's (1957) Functional Analysis of Verbal Behavior to be very effective for children with autism. This is commonly referred to as Applied Verbal Behavior (AVB)which is a specialty within the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). It is a place where parents and professionals running home (and school) programs can discuss concerns and share their knowledge of this type of teaching.

More than 10 national autism leadership organizations have come together to form AutismCares, a nationwide disaster relief effort that will potentially assist thousands of Katrina families living with autism.

To address the most immediate needs, ”AutismCares – Katrina” is coordinating support for the unique needs of families affected by autism through facilitating temporary / permanent relocation support, mobilizing specialty assistance teams and providing autism-conscious supplies directly to these families and the professionals caring for them.

Autism One Radio presents knowledgeable, caring hosts providing answers to many of the most important questions. We cover a wide range of topics, including the most effective treatments and therapies, school concerns, legal issues, government policies, family dynamics and more.

Autismshop.com is a one-of-a-kind Book & Toy Store that is packed with merchandise and information for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and those who love, care for, and educate them.

Founded in 1994 as a not-for-profit organization by the parents of a child with autism (now recovered), AutismShop.com regularly carries over 1000 different items that educate, increase awareness, and improve lives. Our proceeds benefit autism research and support.

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We are developers and creators of therapy materials for AAC (augmentative communication) devices. Based in Hawaii, we provide products to national and international clients.

The Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law is a national legal advocate for people with mental disabilities. Through precedent-setting litigation and in the public policy arena, the Bazelon Center works to advance and preserve the rights of people with mental illnesses and developmental disabilities.

Behavior Analysis, Inc. (BAI) is one of the leading behavioral consulting companies in the world. We provide state-of-the-art education and behavioral treatment services to children, adolescents, and adults. BAI has an international reputation for effectively teaching and treating persons with learning and/or behavioral disorders and other, difficult-to-teach individuals. We also conduct training courses, workshops, and seminars designed to teach others how to provide the most effective education and treatment possible.

Our staff are experts in behavior analysis, special populations (e.g., autism, ADD/ADHD), education, parent training, staff performance management, and behavioral systems design. BAI provides education, training, treatment, and consultation services to individual families, public and private agencies, and other behavioral and non-behavioral professionals. We provide clinical services and training throughout the world.

Blue School Inc. is a special purpose preschool program dedicated to educating children, 2 to 5 years of age, who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

The Bureau has statutory authority to enforce the State’s laws and rules pertaining to insurance, and it initiates investigations and holds hearings concerning possible infractions of them.

"Burton and Powers" specializes in providing special education/civil rights advocacy, mediation, litigation, and estate or guardianship planning for parents of, and individuals with disabilities.